Abstract: Previous studies by the authors discussed the behavior of unstiffened and stiffened extended shear-tab connections, highlighted the differences between both types, and discussed the applicability of stabilizer plate ...

Abstract: Extended shear tab connections have a long history in the steel construction industry as a practical solution to many framing problems, such as framing the supported member to the weak axis of a column without the need for ...

Abstract: Structures around the world are designed and constructed using different construction materials. However, the use of structural steel has been increasing significantly, especially in countries that used concrete historically ...